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Jacqueline Rhoads1, Carolyn White
1School of Nursing, Louisiana State University Health Science Center, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA. jrhoad@lsuhsc.edu
This study offers nurse educators essential guidance on copyright law for online education. It details how to design distance learning courses adhering to the Technology, Education, and Copyright Harmonization Act and fair use principles.
Area of Science:
- Educational Technology
- Intellectual Property Law
- Nursing Education
Background:
- Online education delivery is rapidly expanding in nursing programs.
- Navigating copyright law presents challenges for educators in distance learning environments.
- Ensuring legal compliance is crucial for the ethical and effective implementation of online courses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide nurse educators with critical information on copyright law relevant to online education.
- To offer practical guidance for designing and implementing distance education courses within legal frameworks.
- To inform educators about the Technology, Education, and Copyright Harmonization Act and fair use guidelines.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive review of copyright law as it pertains to educational settings.
- Analysis of the Technology, Education, and Copyright Harmonization Act provisions.
- Synthesis of legal data and educational best practices for distance learning.
Main Results:
- Key provisions of copyright law applicable to online educational materials are identified.
- Strategies for applying fair use guidelines in distance education are presented.
- Practical aids for course design and implementation are provided.
Conclusions:
- Nurse educators can effectively design and deliver online courses by understanding copyright law.
- Adherence to the Technology, Education, and Copyright Harmonization Act and fair use ensures legal compliance.
- Informed application of copyright principles supports robust and ethical online nursing education.
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